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The Deschutes Land Trust announced today that it is hosting a Monarch Butterfly Naming Contest in July. Kids ages 5-17 can submit a name for a monarch butterfly July 10-26, 2026. Winners will have their submitted name connected to a monarch butterfly tracking tag so they can track their monarch! The Deschutes Land Trust has […]

The City of Bend is beginning construction on the Azalia and Windsor Sewer Project. Crews will be installing a new sewer main along a short portion of Brosterhous Road. To complete this work safely and efficiently, Brosterhous Road will be fully closed from the railroad undercrossing to Windsor Drive starting July 27, 2026. Construction is […]

Young people in Oregon who have experienced homelessness and are pursuing higher education at eligible Oregon schools are eligible for the Oregon Department of Human Services, Youth Experiencing Homelessness Program Tuition and Fee Waiver Program. “College can feel out of reach for young people who have experienced homelessness, and this program tells them that Oregon […]

If you’re buying or selling a home in Central Oregon right now, you’ve probably already noticed: this isn’t the market it was a few years ago. Gone are the days of frenzied bidding wars, multiple offers within hours, and buyers competing to pay well over asking price. The market has settled into something different. Understanding […]

Oregon Adaptive Sports (OAS) continues to expand opportunities for veterans with disabilities through adaptive outdoor recreation, offering year-round programs that build skills, foster community, and increase access to the outdoors. The organization’s Service to Summit program includes adaptive skiing, snowboarding, mountain biking, gravel cycling, and other outdoor recreation opportunities designed specifically for veterans and members […]

The Ochoco National Forest will host the 30th annual Senior Fishing Derby on Wednesday, July 22, 2026, at Walton Lake. This milestone event offers a free and fun-filled morning of fishing and prizes specifically for participants 55 years of age and older. The annual fishing derby is held at Walton Lake, about 30 miles east […]

Deschutes County Public Health is urging residents to take precautions to prevent Shiga toxin-producing Escherichia coli, or STEC, infections as picnics, fairs, petting zoos and other summer events take place across Central Oregon. “Each summer, Public Health sees an increase in intestinal illnesses in our community,” said Deschutes County Communicable Disease Program Manager Rita Bacho. “Because […]

The Deschutes National Forest is reducing wildfire risk on National Forest System lands near Two Rivers North community approximately two miles west of State Highway 58 through the Two Rivers Hazardous Fuels Reduction Project. Work may begin as soon as Monday, July 13. The project aims to reduce wildfire risk to nearby communities and provide […]

 Housing Works and Cascade Management are excited to announce the upcoming opening of Nine Peaks, a newly constructed, affordable multifamily apartment community that brings high-quality, modern housing to Bend, Oregon. Nine Peaks offers spacious one-, two-, and three-bedroom apartment homes thoughtfully designed for comfort, convenience, and everyday living. Ideally located near shopping, medical facilities, schools, and […]

The Cooley Sewer Improvements Project will begin construction on Monday, July 13 between Ranch Village Drive and NE 18th Street. During this project, expect lane closures and delays with flagging, but traffic will remain open in both directions. Project completion is anticipated in the fall. The work will take place from 7 a.m. to 6:30 […]